Support Worker, Direct Support Professional​/ Direct Care

We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Support Worker to join our team at Sense College Rothwell
, supporting young people and adults with complex disabilities to develop their independence, access learning and get the most out of everyday life.

This is a fixed-term role for one year, working 39 weeks per year (term time), with a salary of £13 per hour
. We have both full-time and part-time working patterns available across the week
, offering flexibility around the number of days and hours you work. Our working day runs from 9:15am–4:15pm, Monday to Friday
, and the specific days and weekly hours can be discussed with you as part of the recruitment process.

As a Support Worker, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred support tailored to each individual and their support plan. The people we support may have complex support needs, including hearing and/or sight difficulties, learning or physical disabilities, mental health needs or behaviours that challenge.

You’ll support learners to take part in enjoyable and purposeful activities, access their local community, learn new skills and make choices about the things that matter to them. A big part of your role will be encouraging independence and ensuring each learner has a voice in how they are supported.

Communication is at the heart of what we do. You'll take the time to understand how each person communicates and adapt your approach to meet their individual needs, which may include developing new skills in the use of signs and symbols.

The duties are varied and no two days will be the same. You may support learners with their mobility, health and wellbeing and personal care, including continence requirements where needed. You'll also help learners access their communities and participate in activities that are meaningful to them.

We're looking for someone who is caring, reliable and committed to providing genuinely person-centred support.

You'll need:

• Previous caring or support experience gained in a personal, voluntary or professional capacity
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• The ability to adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the people you support
• A willingness to learn new communication skills, including signs and symbols where required
• The ability to support people with their mobility and participate in activities alongside them
• Confidence using your own initiative and good judgement
• A creative and person-centred approach to problem solving
• The ability to build positive working relationships and communicate effectively with learners, colleagues and others

Previous experience supporting people with sensory impairments, dual sensory impairments or people who use a range of communication methods would be an advantage, but isn't essential. Full training relevant to the service and your role will be provided.

At Sense College Rothwell, we provide specialist education and support designed around the individual needs, interests and aspirations of our learners.

Our learners are supported to develop their communication, independence and everyday living skills while taking part in meaningful learning opportunities and preparing for adulthood.

You’ll be joining a team committed to creating an inclusive environment where every learner is listened to, respected and supported to make choices and maximise their independence.

The role is based at Sense College Rothwell, Rothwell Grange Court, Rothwell Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN16 8FB
.

• 24 days’ holiday + bank holiday entitlement; increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free leadership and management development
• Free access to over 100…